28J · 28W · 220Y
- Business
- 28J
- Premium Economy
- 28W
- Economy
- 220Y
The China Southern Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (type 78Z) holds 28 business, 28 premium economy and 220 economy seats.
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China Southern Boeing 787-9 Seat Map (297 seats, Layout 2)
China Southern Boeing 787-9 cabin layout and seating plan
Cabin layout
28J · 269Y297 seats
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Boeing 787-9
The China Southern Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (type 78W) holds 28 business and 269 economy seats. Seats in the rear Economy cabins differ from the 78C but other than the row sequencing the layout is essentially the same.
Last verified October 14, 2026Verified by Alex Westridge
Manufacturer
Boeing
Body
Wide body
Haul
Long Haul
Configuration
28J · 269Y
297seats
Business 28
Economy 269
Wi-Fi
BetterPanasonic eXConnect Ku-band · Panasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifi
Entertainment
Panasonic eX3 carries audio and video to a screen in each seatback.
Seat classes
Business
28 seats
Rows5 to 11
Pitch45"
Width23"
Recline180°
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal AC
USBUSB-A
Screen16" HD touch screen display
Wi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifi
Adjustable headrestTwenty-eight Thompson Aero Vantage XL seats in a staggered 1-2-1 layout.
Economy
269 seats
Rows31 to 62
Pitch32"
Width18"
Recline6"
In-seat amenities
Power110V universal AC (shared)USBUSB-AScreen12" HD touch screen displayWi-FiPanasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifiAdjustable headrest
Adjustable armrest269 Collins Aerospace Pinnacle seats in a 3-3-3 layout.
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Seat insights
Best seats on the China Southern Boeing 787-9
Ranked by cabin from the per-seat ratings, window quality, and traveler notes on the China Southern Boeing 787-9 seat map.
The best seat on the China Southern Boeing 787-9 is 08C.
Cabin
Position
- 08C
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 08G
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 09A
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 09K
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 05A
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 05K
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 06C
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 06G
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 07A
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 07K
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 10C
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
- 10G
Window·Recommended
Single seat with its own aisle access.
Is the better cabin worth it?
Compare the cabins on this aircraft side by side, so you can weigh the jump in pitch, width, and amenities against the fare.
| Spec | Business | Economy |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 28 | 269 |
| Pitch | 45" | 32" |
| Width | 23" | 18" |
| Recline | Converts into a flat bed | 6" |
| Power | 110V universal AC | 110V universal AC (shared) |
| Screen | 16" HD touch screen display | 12" HD touch screen display |
| Wi-Fi | Panasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifi | Panasonic Avionics eXConnect Ku-band satellite wifi |
Boeing 787-9 seat specifications: pitch, width and recline
What every symbol, measurement, and color on the map means, so you can compare seats, cabins, and aircraft with confidence.
Seat measurements
Row pitch
Distance from a point on one seat to the same point on the seat in the row ahead. A useful proxy for legroom.
Seat width
Measured across the seat cushion between the inner edges of the armrests.
Seat recline
How far the seat tilts back from upright, measured as the travel at the headrest.
In-seat amenities
Adjustable armrest
Adjustable headrest
Air vent
Seatback screen
Streaming to device
Wi-Fi
Power outlet
USB port
Wireless charging
Bluetooth audio
Privacy door
Cabin features
Galley
Lavatory
Accessible lavatory
Washlet lavatory
Bar or lounge
Bassinet position
Prayer area
Snack station
Service animal seating
Peanut-allergy seating
Wi-Fi quality
Good
Steady enough for messaging and email.
Better
Comfortable browsing and light streaming.
Best
Fast enough for video calls and streaming.
Seat ratings
Recommended
Above average. A strong pick on this aircraft.
Caution
Some trade-offs worth weighing before you book.
Avoid
Below average, with known drawbacks to avoid.
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Open the live mapThe 3 cabin layouts on this aircraft
This airline flies the same aircraft in more than one cabin layout. Here is what separates them, so you know which one you are looking at before you pick a seat.
28J · 269Y · Layout 1
- Business
- 28J
- Economy
- 269Y
The China Southern Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (type 78C) holds 28 business and 269 economy seats. Seats in the rear Economy cabins differ from the 78W but other than the row sequencing the layout is essentially the same.
28J · 269Y · Layout 2
- Business
- 28J
- Economy
- 269Y
The China Southern Airlines Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (type 78W) holds 28 business and 269 economy seats. Seats in the rear Economy cabins differ from the 78C but other than the row sequencing the layout is essentially the same.
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